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Santorini is lovely. the hotel la meduse we stayed in was beautifull, clean and friendly. Superb! The car rental company ruined our last day on the island though. Ankor car rentals the name. they tried to pin us with a large scratch on the car. The contract clearly stated that the scratch was...more Santorini is lovely. the hotel la meduse we stayed in was beautifull, clean and friendly. Superb! The car rental company ruined our last day on the island though. Ankor car rentals the name. they tried to pin us with a large scratch on the car. The contract clearly stated that the scratch was there before but they were extremely rude and insisted on blaming us. Extremely rude and inappropriate.close

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by marinatsiou – posted on Sep 24, 2008

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Beautiful! I absolutely loved Santorini. It really is a magical island. The climate, the island itself, the people, it just combines to give almost the perfect holiday destination. Santorini is not a big island, and you can easily explore it in a car or on an ATV which are cheap and easily...more Beautiful! I absolutely loved Santorini. It really is a magical island. The climate, the island itself, the people, it just combines to give almost the perfect holiday destination. Santorini is not a big island, and you can easily explore it in a car or on an ATV which are cheap and easily available. Fira the main town is built on a cliff (caldera) and the views are amazing. Sit out in one of the many bars and sip a cocktail while looking at the sunset. Kamari on the opposite side of the island has a lovely black beach and more of a 'resort' feel to it. There is plenty to do in Santorini, boat trips to the Volcano and Hot Springs (reommended) and great jewellary and leather shops. At nighttime its pleasantly buzzing, no-one trying to drag you into bars with cheap shots and no-one roaring drunk, but there are good bars and plenty of people about. Santorini is the type of place you would return to more than once!close

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by caren – posted on Jun 13, 2008

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Thank you Freddie and Nicoletta for a great time at Hotel Perissa! The hotel was in a great location and Freddie was there to pick us up from the ship, even without asking, and dropped us back when we were leaving. Close to nightlife and beach of Perissa and bus to Fira. Great place to stay,...more Thank you Freddie and Nicoletta for a great time at Hotel Perissa! The hotel was in a great location and Freddie was there to pick us up from the ship, even without asking, and dropped us back when we were leaving. Close to nightlife and beach of Perissa and bus to Fira. Great place to stay, highly recommended.close

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by sian-d-t1052 – posted on Apr 21, 2008

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Santorini is pretty much all it\'s cracked up to be. It\'s absolutely gorgeous, and has a great mix of things to do... phsyical activities (hiking the caldera, exploring the island, etc.), relaxing activities (sitting in the beach), and of course your standard tourist shopping, etc....more Santorini is pretty much all it\'s cracked up to be. It\'s absolutely gorgeous, and has a great mix of things to do... phsyical activities (hiking the caldera, exploring the island, etc.), relaxing activities (sitting in the beach), and of course your standard tourist shopping, etc. The only downside is that is truly is a tourist destination. We visited in February, and learned that very few people actually LIVE on the island. Even the shop owners live elwhere and just come to the island for the high season, so the island is one big ghost town during the winter. Which is unfortunate, considering the weather was lovely, even in early February, so it\'s a shame that we couldn\'t enjoy many of the shops & activitiies due to them all being closed. Nevertheless, it\'s such a beautiful place that you can easily relax & do nothing for a few days and still have a great time.close

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by KarieK – posted on Feb 1, 2008

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Not a place to visit in winter unless you are there just to see the architecture without the crowds. Many places were closed, which is quite unfortunate because there were a number of tourists still on the island. The sunset from Oia was amazing and we had an amazing view from some restaurants...more Not a place to visit in winter unless you are there just to see the architecture without the crowds. Many places were closed, which is quite unfortunate because there were a number of tourists still on the island. The sunset from Oia was amazing and we had an amazing view from some restaurants balcony who happened to be closed for the winter. You have to rent a car to get around, otherwise, its pretty much impossible. I would not recommend this place during winter.close

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by biomase – posted on Jan 4, 2008

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If you know about greece you know you must go if you have not already. The views over the volcano are breathtaking watching the famous sunset while sipping the local wine from a volcano top taverna. The food all over the island was fantastic ,try the tomato patties at captain loizios at...more If you know about greece you know you must go if you have not already. The views over the volcano are breathtaking watching the famous sunset while sipping the local wine from a volcano top taverna. The food all over the island was fantastic ,try the tomato patties at captain loizios at monolithos. Beaches not as stunning as other islands but the phenomena of the black volcanic sand makes you understand the natural disaster suffered hundreds of years ago have made this island unique. the way the villages on the caldera are built take your breath away.close

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by slingerland65 – posted on Sep 10, 2007

2

I just loved this island! Definitely one of the most beautiful islands in the Cyclades. Best time to go there in my opinion is in May just before the high season starts to kick in; The mass of tourists would spoil the setting! You also get the beach to yourself and its so much pleasant to stroll...more I just loved this island! Definitely one of the most beautiful islands in the Cyclades. Best time to go there in my opinion is in May just before the high season starts to kick in; The mass of tourists would spoil the setting! You also get the beach to yourself and its so much pleasant to stroll along the streets of Fira and Oia ( main towns on the island). The hotel I stayed in was in Perissa( South of the island), perfect location for the beach and the nightlife ( loads of bars and nightclubs serving cheap cocktails-only 3euro!). Fira is overlooking the Caldera and is famous for it's magnifcent views- especially the sunset. Oia is located on the northern tip of the island and is also famous for its spectacular sunsets ( I preferred Oia to Fira as less touristic and with more character).close

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by Chadia – posted on Jul 20, 2007

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It was amazing! Everyone should get an ATV. they are only 20 euro for 24 hours and they are a great way to see the island...also take a donkey ride up the volcano! its awesome! Also you gotta go to the Beach Bar! Its the oldest and the best! Cheap food, drinks, and amazing staff...Say hi to...more It was amazing! Everyone should get an ATV. they are only 20 euro for 24 hours and they are a great way to see the island...also take a donkey ride up the volcano! its awesome! Also you gotta go to the Beach Bar! Its the oldest and the best! Cheap food, drinks, and amazing staff...Say hi to Constantine, Mario, and Audrey! they are greatclose

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by lizlynah – posted on Apr 11, 2007

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I was unfortunate to book a tour with Ankor Tour System to save time. At the end of the tour, because of misinformation given to me by the tour company, I missed the bus that supposed to bring me back to Perissa. When I contact Ankor Tour System, the travel agent was not helpful. In fact, I was...more I was unfortunate to book a tour with Ankor Tour System to save time. At the end of the tour, because of misinformation given to me by the tour company, I missed the bus that supposed to bring me back to Perissa. When I contact Ankor Tour System, the travel agent was not helpful. In fact, I was told to fan for myself. It is frustrating and frightening to try to find transportation back to my hotel in the dark. I do not recommend booking any tours with Ankor Tour System! and let the buyer beware.close

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by tazz0 – posted on Sep 26, 2006

10

really beautiful and unique city in the world. Though there is too many people during the summer, it is still interesting sharing the sunset with people from different nations. It is cool at the beginning of September, distinct temperature at day and night, so remember to take a coat with you. It...more really beautiful and unique city in the world. Though there is too many people during the summer, it is still interesting sharing the sunset with people from different nations. It is cool at the beginning of September, distinct temperature at day and night, so remember to take a coat with you. It is less people in the morning and middle noon if you want a quiet environment.close

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by hughie2035 – posted on Aug 31, 2006

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